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Theodore Roosevelt’s day at the White House, May 23, 1908

Theodore Roosevelt’s day at the White House, May 23, 1908

Gene Kopelson recounts President Theodore Roosevelt’s day at the White House on May 23, 1908, noting Roosevelt’s meetings with various cabinet officers, a boxing star, and others. Kopelson highlights Roosevelt’s anticipation at the arrival of the Great White Fleet in Seattle, Washington, and he notes Roosevelt’s dislike for the future British Prime Minister Winston Churchill. Photographs of Roosevelt, his son Theodore Roosevelt, and Churchill accompany the essay.

Collection

Theodore Roosevelt Association Journal

Creation Date

2008

Creator(s)

Kopelson, Gene

Wildlife presevation

Wildlife presevation

During his time as president, Theodore Roosevelt greatly advanced the cause of preservation of American wildlife through his establishment of federal bird preserves, national game preserves, and the establishment of several National Parks and Monuments. This brief notice emphasizes his administration’s efforts to preserve the American bison and it names some of the preserves and parks created during his tenure.

Collection

Theodore Roosevelt Association Journal

Creation Date

1987

Creator(s)

Unknown